{"product_id":"galaxy-pods-copepods","title":"Galaxy Pods - Copepods","description":"\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe Five Species of Galaxy Pods\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​Each copepod in the blend serves a specific purpose to maximize ecosystem health:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​\u003cb\u003eTigriopus californicus:\u003c\/b\u003e A relatively large, nutrient-rich copepod that inhabits the water column and is excellent for feeding picky fish. They are also known for consuming detritus and nuisance algae.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​\u003cb\u003eTisbe biminiensis:\u003c\/b\u003e Small harpacticoid copepods that live in the cracks and crevices of live rock and substrate. They act as an essential part of the clean-up crew, devouring tiny bits of detritus and invasive algae.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​\u003cb\u003eApocyclops panamensis:\u003c\/b\u003e A medium-sized, highly nutritious cyclopoid copepod that reproduces rapidly (laying eggs every 4–6 days). They spend significant time in the water column, making them a consistent food source for fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​\u003cb\u003eOithona colcarva:\u003c\/b\u003e A nocturnal, highly adaptable cyclopoid that inhabits the water column. Its nocturnal nature helps protect the population from being decimated by predators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​\u003cb\u003eEuterpina acutifrons:\u003c\/b\u003e A non-selective herbivore that is mainly planktonic. It is loaded with proteins and amino acids, which are vital for the long-term health and vitality of your corals and fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​Benefits for Your Aquarium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​\u003cb\u003eNatural Nutrient Export:\u003c\/b\u003e These copepods consume detritus and film algae, effectively boosting the efficiency of your tank's clean-up crew.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​\u003cb\u003eLive Food Source:\u003c\/b\u003e They provide a natural, nutrient-dense diet for \"finicky\" zooplanktivores such as mandarins, seahorses, anthias, and various corals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​\u003cb\u003eImproved Biodiversity:\u003c\/b\u003e Because the pods are 100% viable and reproduce in captive environments, they help establish a more natural, self-sustaining ecosystem in your aquarium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e​\u003cb\u003eEasy to Dose:\u003c\/b\u003e It is recommended to add them to your tank at night after the lights are off, which gives them a better chance to find refuge in your rocks and substrate before becoming prey.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e ​AlgaeBarn often suggests pairing Galaxy Pods with their \u003cb\u003eOceanMagik live phytoplankton\u003c\/b\u003e blend to provide the essential fatty acids, vitamins, and amino acids necessary to maintain a robust and thriving copepod population. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Algae barn","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46659686498465,"sku":null,"price":66.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0725\/2584\/0545\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_526d93e0-abb0-4b90-86cd-d4119ce818e0.png?v=1783399265","url":"https:\/\/www.divinecoralsales.com\/products\/galaxy-pods-copepods","provider":"Divine Coral","version":"1.0","type":"link"}